Einstein's Relativity: Maths Needed to Understand?

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Understanding Einstein's "Relativity" can be approached without calculus, as there are accessible treatments of the concepts that do not require advanced mathematics. However, for a deeper comprehension of the theories, a foundational knowledge of calculus is beneficial. Readers seeking a basic grasp of the ideas may start with simpler texts before tackling the complexities of relativity. The discussion highlights that while calculus enhances understanding, it is not strictly necessary for an introductory level of engagement with Einstein's work.
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Einstein's "Relativity"

What kind of maths is needed to understand this book? Would I be able to get by without calculus?
 
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read an easy one first!
 
It all depends on how deep you want to go...you can learn the basic ideas without calculus, but you'll only be scratching the surface.
 
einstein himself wrote several very nice treatments using no calculus at all.
 

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